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I have changed out my wheels to some Billet Specialties

http://i35.tinypic.com/1rvk86.jpg

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From this
http://i38.tinypic.com/33niw41.jpg

To this in exactly 2 years!
http://i35.tinypic.com/1rvk86.jpg

From this
http://i37.tinypic.com/15nrw8w.jpg

To this!
http://i37.tinypic.com/70eruc.jpg


If anyone has any questions feel free to ask.

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What size are these new wheels? Also how about the back spacing.
I assume the tire size stayed the same.

I am kicking around going with 20/22 combo.

What made you decide to go with an LS1 since you build it the other motor. No complaints the LS1 looks good.

Thanks
Marc

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killer truck! I like how you've put together alot of before & after pictures. Makes for good viewing. Did you drive it with the SBC before replacing with the LS? I did not, so I was wandering how much dif. you noticed between power plants.

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the ls1 looks really good . i can't wait to start on mine. i hope to have it runnin and drivin by your show . it will still be rusty but it will layout. i'll be with trent {blue camro}i hope you like it.

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Marc - The new tire combo is

front - Rim 20x8.5 w/ 5.25BS
Rear - Rim 20x8.5 w/ 4.50BS
Tires are 245/35/ZR20

Kid - Yes I drove it for a year with the SBC. I came across a smokin deal on the LS1 so I jumped on it. The difference is like night and day! Probably the best thing i have done for the truck. I own a 06 GTO w/LS2 and I would compare driving my 52 to the Goat!!!

Junkman - Just let me know if you need any tips on your build. The best fun that i had was building my truck. Thats the reason why I bought my wife the 72 Blazer was so I could build it!!!!

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One last question. What did you use to fasten the rod door panels? I have heard they suggest velcro but it does not hold the panels that well.

Thanks
Marc

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I used those metal door panel clips. drilled holes in the plastic part of the panels and inserted the clips. You also have to drill holes in the doors to allow the clips to attach to the doors.

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love the color! its nice to see the pic's of the complete build. i know what shade of green that is "$$ franklin green!"

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Really nice truck, and the green is just kicking.

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Thanks! I probably changed my mind about a dozen times on what color i was going to paint it during the build before I finally picked the green.

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god damn thats a nice truck.

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That truck rocks....

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1sik, I can't tell but did you weld up around the steering column...the horse shoe area in the dash? I am going to be installing the column in a few weeks and have been pondering the column drop and how to make that area look clean.

Bernie

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is that air cleaner/mass airflow sensor from street and performance? I am putting a 5.3 in mine and want to do something like that. I do not want all the tubing

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Yes it is!

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sir, you do have an amazing truck, i hope to go some where along the lines of what you have accieved.

ive been building my truck since 14, now 21 and spending every damned dollar i have on it, im doning an engine swap and a pretty wild interior. i was just curious if you had anymore pictures of your headliner and rear cab cover? who did it or who did ya get it from? im really likin that.

beautiful.. beautifull. uggh.

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Thank You very much. I will post pics of the headliner and back wall tomorrow. The back wall they created it and covered it in leather. The headliner is a fiberglass piece (cant remember where I bought it) that is covered in leather with suede insert.

Yes, I welded that area up to clean up the dash.

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What size wheels are these? I want to use a GM rally wheel when I'm finished. I even like this ride hieght.

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Any side shots?

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Those were 15x8 ralley wheels

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Why does everyone install Bear Claw latches...is there a plus side to them:uhmk:

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Only that your doors stay shut.....:lol:Plus if you are shaving the outside door handles and going with aftermarket interior door handles, the bear claw latch is easier to work with.

Marc

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who needs a door that Stays Shut?:lol: hahaha thanks

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maybe not to important with the original stock top speed, but not good at 80 mph